Trauma Shears

Introduction

Your Traumoto kit includes a pair of trauma shears designed to quickly expose injuries by cutting through clothing, riding gear, bandages, and other materials that may obstruct access to a patient.

Depending on your kit configuration, your kit may include either 5.7" trauma shears or XShears®. While the design and construction differ, both are intended to safely and efficiently assist with exposing injuries when needed.

Purpose

Trauma shears are designed to:

• Cut away clothing to expose injuries.
• Cut bandages and medical supplies.
• Assist with removing gear or equipment when appropriate.

Basic Operation

1. Hold the shears with a firm, comfortable grip.
2. Carefully guide the blunt lower tip beneath the clothing or material whenever possible.
3. Cut away from the patient whenever practical.
4. Continue cutting only as needed to expose the area of interest.

Always operate the shears carefully to avoid unnecessary injury or damage.

Inspection

Regularly inspect your trauma shears for:

• Loose hardware or pivot screw.
• Dull or damaged cutting edges.
• Rust or corrosion.
• Difficulty opening or closing.
• Excessive wear or damage.

Replace your shears if they become damaged or no longer operate smoothly.

Storage

To help maintain your trauma shears:

• Keep them clean and dry.
• Wipe away dirt, blood, or moisture after use.
• Return them to your kit after each inspection or training session.

Key Takeaways

• Your kit may include either 5.7" trauma shears or XShears®.
• Both are designed to quickly expose injuries by cutting clothing and other materials.
• Inspect them regularly for damage or excessive wear.
• Keep them clean, dry, and readily accessible within your kit.